While Taser shocks have previously been linked to sudden cardiac death caused by induced ventricular tachycardia or ventricular fibrillation, this appears to be the first report of a beneficial effect of such an experience. Heartwire
Results from the largest secondary stroke-prevention trial showed that the combination of aspirin and extended-release dipyridamole did not meet criteria for noninferiority vs clopidogrel. In a factorial design, results also showed no effect of telmisartan vs placebo in reducing recurrent stroke, major CVD events, or diabetes. Medscape Medical News
Two large, observational studies have found that patients who received aprotinin while undergoing cardiac surgery had higher mortality rates. Medscape Medical News
Hailed as a landmark, the POISE trial has nevertheless generated mixed results, with no clear indication as to who will benefit and who will be harmed by the perioperative use of beta-blockers. Medscape Medical News
This study of 45 patients with metabolic syndrome and 20 healthy subjects, who were evaluated noninvasively with high-resolution ultrasound imaging, shows that high-density lipoprotein accounts for 66.4% predictability in terms of future cardiovascular risk. Medscape Medical News
